Art Classes for Adults

May 2012 Classes—–

The Art Association of Oswego will be offering new classes for the month of May.  We plan on having a year full of activities and events, so continue to watch for the announcements.  The AAO is located in Building 30 of the Fort Ontario complex at the north end of East Fourth Street, Oswego.  Check the location of each particular workshop as some will be held at the AAO building and some at the artist’s studio.  Details and a supply list will be given at registration.  Upcoming classes for the month of May are:

Intro to Building Boxes out of Stained Glass (3-session class)

Description:  Building Boxes out of Stained Glass is a 3-session course designed to teach adults who already have a basic working knowledge of stained glass how to build a stained glass box.  Students should have their own tools.  Some materials will be available for purchase.

• When:  Tues.  May 15th, Thurs.  May 17th, and Tues.  May22
• Where:  Glass Haven Studio – 334 County Route 89, Oswego, NY
• Time:  6-9 PM
• Cost:  Tuition for this course is $55 for AAO Members and $65 for Non-members.
• Instructor:  Laurie Kester
• Registration:  Contact Laurie for registration and directions at 343-6599.  Class space is limited to six students.

Hand Building Clay Boxes (2-session class, offered at 2 different times)

Description:  This class is for participants 12 and older, beginner to advanced, and is offered in two sessions – one in the afternoon, one in the evening.  The first week, students will be making a covered box out of high-fire clay.  The second week will be for glazing the boxes.  All supplies are included.

• When:  Thurs.  May 24 and Thurs.  May 31
• Where:  Art Association building
• Time:  1-3 PM or 6-8 PM
• Cost:  Tuition for this course is $24 for AAO members and $28 for non-members PLUS a materials fee of $25
• Instructors:   Sandra Dowie and Marcella Slater from Fire Fly Studio
• Registration:   Contact Sandra at 947-6000 or fireflystudio@frontier.com

 Basic Oil Painting (1-session class, offered at 2 different times)

Description:   This class is for adults with beginning to advanced skills and is offered in two sessions – one in the afternoon, one in the evening.  Participants will be working from a print of a master’s painting.  We will learn basic blending of primary colors, how to create black, and the application of paint.  The objective of this class is to help you try out oil painting without the expense of buying all the supplies.  All supplies are included.

• When:  Thurs.  May 10
• Where:  Art Association building
• Time:  1-4 PM or 6-9 PM
• Cost:   Tuition for this course is $18 for AAO members and $21 for non-members PLUS a materials fee of $20
• Instructors:  Sandra Dowie and Marcella Slater from Fire Fly Studio
• Registration:   Contact Sandra at 947-6000 or fireflystudio@frontier.com

 Watercolor Workshop (4-session class)

Description:   The objective of this workshop is to show the vast range and flexibility of watercolor and to put emotion and conviction into painting by exploring, experimenting and developing the creativity of each individual.  Students will work from still-life, landscape, portrait, or their own source material.  The workshop is open to painters of all levels.

• When:  Wed.  May 30, June 6, 13, 20
• Where:  Art Association building
• Time:  7-9 PM
• Cost:   Tuition for this class is $48 for AAO members and $56 for non-members.
• Contact instructor Brenda A.  Edwards for a supply list and to register at:  beartwork@gmail.com.

April 2012 Classes

  Introduction to Stained Glass – Dates: Monday, April 9 and Wednesday, April 11 at the artist’s studio at 334 County Route 89, Oswego, NY.  Time: 6-9 p.m. Cost: Tuition for AAO members $35, non-members $40, materials fee $2o. Please register with the instructor Laurie Kester at 315-343-6599

Art Postcards – Date: Thursdays, April 12 and 26 at the AAO Building, Time; 1 to 1:30 p.m. OR 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: Tuition for AAO Members $20, non-members $25, materials fee $10. Register with the instructors Sandra Dowie or Marcella Slater at 315-947-6000 or fireflystudio@frontier.com

Walking Stick – Carving,  Date: Tuesdays, April 10, 17, 19 and 24 at the AAO building, Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: AAO members $48, non-members $55 For more information contact instructor John Pupparo at puppyarrow@yahoo.com. To register contact Kathy at 315-343-1558 or ebesaw01@twcny.rr.com

Open Ceramics Studio – Mondays

Open Ceramics Studio  Every Monday from 5pm-7pm. An evening fee is $5 for AAO members and $6 for non-members. This is a low-key, friendly place to work creatively in clay.  Hayley Starr Watts will be on hand for clay and ceramic questions.  For ages ten and up.  No pre-registration needed.

Parking is free. The Art Association of Oswego is located at the north end of East 4th Street, across the road from Fort Ontario.

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Some examples of classes we had in the year 2011:

Oil Painting Class

Lee Hanford, new to the area with a studio in Fair Haven, is offering a short course on the fundamentals of oil painting Tuesdays mornings from 9:00 am to noon, October 4, 11, 18 and 25. Lee earned her Masters of Fine Arts degree from Syracuse University and has since taught college level art courses and held positions in art administration in Massachusetts, Florida and Ohio. She has a national record of exhibition and has won numerous awards for her work.Her oil painting class is a broad introduction for the beginner and a great refresher for the more advanced student. This short course is designed to increase the student’s confidence as we work on honing skill and creative ability in a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere. Classes are designed to promote a working knowledge of the fundamental of oil painting through a series of quick studies which will result in the accomplishment of at least two small finished paintings. Working from simple still life set-ups, the student will learn how to apply alla prima or direct style painting technique. Options for an ecologically sound and non-toxic approach will be included in the presentation of oil painting materials. A supply list will be given upon registration and a student discount is available at The Art Store in Syracuse or if you want a source in Oswego the Lakeside Artisans carry oil supplies.  Tuition is $60.00 for AAO members and $75.00 for non-members.

Wood Carving Classes

The Art Association of Oswego (AAO) is offering two classes in carving this October.
John Pupparo will teach an Introduction to Carving on Tuesday and Thursday evenings on October 4 and 6 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and a Wood Carving class for beginners and intermediate students on Tuesday and Thursday evenings on October 11, 13, 18, and 20, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. All classes will be offered at the Art Association of Oswego.

John Pupparo’s Introduction to Carving class will expose students to various mediums (wood, clay, wax) and methods for carving, and how to use and maintain hand tools safely. Students will get some hands-on experience with wood carving. Use of basic tools and materials is included in the cost of the class. Tuition is $45.00 for AAO members and $55.00 for non-members.

John Pupparo’s Wood Carving 4-night class is geared toward beginning and intermediate students. Carving techniques will be practiced and refined, and students will work on a project of their own design. Students will need to provide their own tools & materials, which can be purchased from www.Woodcraft.com including:

-Safety Glove: http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2001342/364/Safety-Glove-Small-5–6.aspx

-safety glove size chart: http://www2.woodcraft.com/PDF/sizing_chart.pdf)

-Basic Tool Kit: http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2003000/3760/Beginners-Carving-Tools.aspx

-Wood for project (instructor can help choose appropriate wood based on the project you want to do – you may phone John Pupparo at 529-1349 for advice)

Tuition is $70.00 for AAO members and $85.00 for non-members PLUS the extra cost of tools & materials.

Ceramic Sculpture Classes

These classes will focus on making, by hand, creative and innovative ceramic pieces in the round.  Experience in sculpting is not necessary as she will teach basic hand-building skills; those with experience are also welcome. 

When:  Mon 10/10, Wed 10/12, Wed 10/19, & Fri 10/21

·       4:00-6:00 PM for children ages 7-13 years

·       6:00-8:00 PM for ages 14-adult

Where:  Art Association of Oswego (basement)

Tuition:  $40 for AAO members; $48 for non-members

Materials:  $25 for new clay; $0 for reclaimed (used) clay

Kiln firing:  each firing of the kiln is $20, to be divided between the number of participants.  2 firings are required to finish your piece(s). 

Tools will be provided.  If you opt to buy new clay, please register soon and pay in advance for the clay. 

To register, please contact the AAO Class Coordinator Kathy Besaw at 343-1558 or ebesaw01@twcny.rr.com. 

About the instructor:   Hayley Watts, has a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with an emphasis on Graphic Design and a minor in Ceramics from SUNY Oswego. 

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